Automation, in plain words Business automation means letting software handle the repetitive steps of a process: copying data, sending reminders, creating invoices, updating stock, routing an approval....

COVID-19 has shaken up many industries and, for some, their operations have moved to remote work - a change that does not seem to be going away anytime soon. In fact, working from home has become the new normal in some sectors. Businesses, both big and small, have had to make adjustments to continue their operations remotely or onsite with certain limitations. The transition to remote work was easier for some businesses than for others. For those still making, or looking to make, this transition, you’ll be glad to know that Odoo has many apps that can help you overcome your work-from-home challenges while promoting collaboration and ultimately improving efficiency and increasing productivity.

As a battle-hardened trainer and team manager, Jedi knight Obi-Wan Kenobi knows very well the challenges that come with managing people. He is also the perfect example to show how powerful ERP and HR can be. The benefits of having an HRM module within an ERP system do not stop at the HR department. Your SME’s ERP will help you automate the entire process. It also lets you instantly access a complete set of information about your employees and your recruitment. For more on the benefits of an ERP-integrated HR module, read this blog post.